Tragic Death at NDA: 18-Year-Old Cadet Found Hanging Amid Harassment Allegations

Oct 10, 2025 11:47 pm CST

An 18-year-old National Defence Academy cadet was found dead in his hostel room near Pune, with his family alleging senior-cadet harassment. The NDA has launched a formal inquiry while police investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. No suicide note was recovered, and the cadet had reportedly expressed concerns about harassment to his family shortly before his death.